Stunning listed property on the market in Macclesfield
Live like kings and queens in this elegant property, once visited by a son of King George II. With many period features, it may as well be a museum!
By Alex Greensmith
17th Oct 2023 | Property of the Week
A gorgeous home located in Macclesfield town centre has come on the property market.
The old Cumberland House Doctors Surgery on Jordangate is up for sale.
The Grade II*-listed building is now the site of a four bedroom home, on the market for £599,000.
The stunning home appears immaculately presented in images supplied by Macclesfield estate agents Holmes and Naden.
The former doctor's surgery boasts period features include a Venetian window, pedimented doorcase and a Tuscan-inspired doorway.
The site was given listed status in 1949, when it was then called 2 Cumberland Street. Today, the home has a Jordangate address.
The estate agents had this to say about the property:
"[This is] A magnificent Grade II[*] listed four bedroom former Gentlemans town residence in the heart of Macclesfield, boasting a wealth of history and period features dating back to the 1600s."
"Holmes Naden is delighted to offer the discerning purchaser the opportunity to acquire this handsome Grade II listed residence, constructed of stone with thick walls and sash windows throughout. It has been historically and recently extended, reconfigured and renovated into what stands today.
"Created into a development of five period properties within a gated courtyard in the heart of Macclesfield.
"Formerly Greaves House, the property was renamed after a three day stay by the Duke of Cumberland, allowing himself and his army to rest and replenish before he pursued Bonnie Prince Charlie up to Scotland, resulting in the Battle of Culloden in 1746.
"On entering the property, you are welcomed through a grand doorway with broken arch pediment and decorative paned window above, into an impressive Minton tiled hallway with decorative archways and frieze, leading through into a dining hall with an impressive Jacobean carved oak staircase with a skylight illuminating form above.
"The formal drawing room is a Neo Classical feast for the eyes, with ornate plasterwork moulded ceiling with central gilded bird motif dating back to the times of owner John Stafford, an eminent local lawyer in 1731, Palladian window, Chinoiserie fireplace and ornate original overmantel mirror, decorative panelling to the walls and broken arch pediment door frames.
"The formal dining room also offers period elegance with another impressive fireplace, this time with stone surround and hearth and panelled wooden overmantel.
"The kitchen has been sympathetically modernised with contemporary units incorporating integrated appliances and a large Aga with warming plate.
"The property also benefits from a downstairs WC and a barrel vaulted cellar dating back to the 1600s.
"To the first floor, the period features continue on the landing with ornate Palladian style door frames and archways. The master bedroom boasts a magnificent ornate original Chinoiserie fireplace and benefits from a contemporary en-suite.
"There are three further bedrooms and a family bathroom. A gas central heating system has been installed.
"An internal inspection of this property is highly recommended to appreciate the magnificent period detail and splendour of this unique property.
"The property's impressive facade facing onto the road allows pedestrian access through wrought iron gate up stone flagged steps onto a stone flagged terrace leading up to the grand front door with its broken arch pediment.
"To the side is a delightful lawned area bordered with plants and shrubs and enclosed by wrought iron railings, elevated from the road, offering a wonderful place to sit or to entertain.
"The secure courtyard behind electrically operated wooden gates offers two allocated parking spaces, one under a carport, a timber built shed for storage and a flagged patio area in front of the rear entrance to the property.
"Please contact us on 01625 828254 if you wish to arrange a viewing appointment for this property, or require further information."
The lucky house-buyers will benefit from a central location for walking around the town centre, as well as a quick beeline to Hibel Road and The Silk Road for those heading out.
Macclesfield: More information and pictures about the property can be viewed HERE.
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